A couple weeks ago we published a blog and challenged you to catch a liar by watching 4 videos. Several of you weighed in with your thoughts on who was telling the truth and who was lying after drinking either apple juice or vinegar and saying “this tastes good”. What were the answers? Find out…
Read MoreReading Microexpressions: Put Yourself to the Test
So you want to catch a liar in the act. What is the first thing you should look for? The answer are what researchers call “hot spots”. Hot spots are inconsistencies between what people say and what their nonverbal behavior is saying. For example, if you ask a person how they like your dress and…
Read MoreThe Role of Nonverbal Communication in the Classroom
What role does nonverbal communication play in the classroom? As many children around the country head back to school, it’s important for parents and teachers to think about nonverbal communication and how it influences behavior and learning. In the video below, Dr. Matsumoto discusses the role of nonverbal communication between teachers and students in order…
Read MoreCan Children Read Masked Faces?
As children around the country return to school, the debate whether or not children should wear masks in school continues. In addition, the issue of whether kids wearing masks delays development has become a hot-button topic for many. Some parents believe their children are being negatively impacted. They suggest that kids are unable to read…
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